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Bath-Edie, Augusta Neighborhood

South Richmond offers a peaceful environment characterized by tranquil streets and a calm atmosphere perfect for quiet living. The neighborhood predominantly features single detached homes with a variety of unit sizes, especially three-bedroom residences built around the late 1980s. Parking accessibility is convenient, making driving an effective mode of transportation for daily activities. While the area’s terrain does not provide extensive cycling networks, it remains a serene setting with well-maintained roads. Spotting green spaces nearby complements the overall sense of calm. The community structure highlights a robust mixture of residential options ensuring comfort and variety for different preferences.

The character of South Richmond is exemplified by its relaxed environment. South Richmond is especially quiet, as there are generally low levels of noise from traffic.

Highlights of Bath-Edie

Parks, schools, dining, and what makes this neighborhood special

🌸 Bath Gardens

A restored public garden and outdoor nature center along Bath‑Edie Road featuring European‑style gardens surrounding a spring, historic cottages, and seasonal events like Oktoberfest, holiday celebrations, and open‑air cultural programming that celebrate the neighborhood’s 19th‑century resort heritage.

🌊 Ellis Pond

A serene natural reservoir tucked in the north part of Bath‑Edie offering a waterfall and a popular swimming and fishing hole cherished by local residents seeking rustic outdoor recreation close to home.

🏋️ Blythe Area Recreation Center and Park

A community hub off Bath‑Edie Road providing a playground, picnic pavilion, quarter‑mile walking track, gym, multipurpose rooms, fitness classes and camps for all ages, and even serving as a city‑designated emergency shelter in times of need.

⛪ Bath Presbyterian Church and Cemetery

An antebellum rural church located half a mile west of U.S. 1 on Edie‑Bath Road, this Greek Revival clapboard building dating to the 1830s includes historic architectural details, original pulpit and slave gallery, and remains a poignant local landmark listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

🛍️ Mack’s Kuntry Store & KJ’s Market corridor

A modest yet essential retail stretch along GA‑88/Bath‑Edie Road featuring the long‑standing Mack’s Kuntry Store (vintage convenience store and eat‑in spot serving locals since the mid‑20th century) and nearby KJ’s Market for groceries and everyday needs.

Bath-Edie

This October in Bath-Edie

Things to do, events, and what's happening this month

October 2–5, 2026

Augusta Fall Greek Festival

Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church

This annual downtown Augusta favorite offers authentic Greek food, pastries, music, dancing, and cultural experiences just a short trip from Bath-Edie. It is a relaxed, family-friendly way to enjoy dinner, browse vendors, and experience one of the area’s most established fall traditions.

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October 2–4, 2026

Beautiful: The Carole King Musical

Imperial Theatre

Augusta residents can enjoy a polished live-theater production downtown featuring Carole King’s journey from Brooklyn songwriter to celebrated recording artist. The PG-13 musical is a strong choice for a date night, a music-loving family outing with older teens, or an evening paired with dinner in the downtown district.

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October 8, 2026

The Texas Tenors: Let Freedom Sing!

Miller Theater • 7:30 PM

This Augusta Symphony Pops performance brings a nationally known vocal trio to the historic Miller Theater in downtown Augusta. Bath-Edie residents looking for an easy evening out can enjoy a professionally produced concert featuring crossover music, powerful vocals, and a convenient central-Augusta location.

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October 16–25, 2026

Georgia-Carolina State Fair

Georgia-Carolina State Fairgrounds • Monday–Friday 5:00 PM until closing; Saturday–Sunday 12:00 PM until closing

The Georgia-Carolina State Fair is one of the area’s biggest seasonal attractions, with midway rides, fair food, agricultural exhibits, competitions, and family entertainment. Its Augusta location makes it especially convenient for Bath-Edie residents seeking a classic fall outing without traveling far from home.

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October 23–24, 2026

Jack-O-Lantern Jubilee

Downtown North Augusta • October 23: 5:00 PM–10:00 PM; October 24: 10:00 AM–10:00 PM

This free, family-oriented festival across the river features live entertainment, food vendors, arts and crafts, amusement rides, costume activities, face painting, and children’s attractions. It is a practical nearby choice for Bath-Edie families wanting a festive Halloween-season event with plenty to do in one evening or weekend day.

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October 25, 2026

FBC Augusta Fall Festival

First Baptist Church Augusta • 5:00 PM–7:00 PM

This free community fall festival in Augusta includes a hayride, petting zoo, face painting, dunk tank, games, food, and other seasonal activities. It is particularly suitable for Bath-Edie families with younger children who want an approachable neighborhood-style event with no admission charge.

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From the Neighborhood

Stories, updates, and things to know in Bath-Edie

Know Your Neighborhood

Local characteristics and demographics for Bath-Edie

Neighborhood Characteristics

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